triglyceride
US /traɪˈɡlɪs.ə.raɪd/
UK /traɪˈɡlɪs.ə.raɪd/
名词
甘油三酯
an ester obtained from glycerol with three fatty acid groups, found in animal and vegetable fats and oils. Triglycerides are the main constituents of body fat in humans and other vertebrates, as well as vegetable fat.
示例:
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High levels of triglycerides in the blood can increase the risk of heart disease.
血液中高水平的甘油三酯会增加患心脏病的风险。
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Dietary fats are primarily composed of triglycerides.
膳食脂肪主要由甘油三酯组成。